PAPER HANDLING & STORAGE Best Practices in the Workplace Paper Storage Store paper away from: direct sunlight, external doorways or near heating or ventilation units. Stack cartons horizontally on a solid surface vs. on end. Stack cartons on pallets or store reams/cartons on solid shelving to prevent direct contact with the floor where they can absorb moisture. ? DID YOU KNOW… Ream wrap has a vapor proof finish to protect the paper from air that is too dry or too humid. Environment Optimal conditions for copy rooms & printing areas: Temperature 76°F 60°F Humidity 40% - 60% TIP: Give paper time to acclimate—Leave paper in a temperature-controlled environment for 24 hours before opening cartons or removing ream wrappers. Performance • Allow paper to reach room temperature before unwrapping PROPER ? DID YOU KNOW… Changes in temperature and humidity have a significant effect on paper. LOADING TIPS: • Keep paper wrapped until ready to load into the printer • If a wrapper is torn or only a portion of paper is used, reseal the ream to prevent moisture Before placing a ream of paper in the tray, gently fan the edges of the sheet to prevent double feeding Are the reams free of obvious defects? • Check for bent edges or corners, wrinkles or uneven (poorly cut) pages prior to loading into the paper tray Is paper jamming? • Turn paper over or flip it end for end. Sustainability Best Practices • Use a fresh, unopened ream—the paper may be picking up or losing moisture while in the printer • Buy paper with either the SFI or FSC logo on the package. • Place paper recycling bins where they are visible and accessible domtar.com
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